Bachelor International Business

This specialisation, taught entirely in English, prepares students for careers in import, purchasing and international trade. It teaches you how to identify new markets, negotiate partnerships, conduct marketing activities abroad and manage supply chains.

 

Presentation and educational objectives

The International Business Bachelor's degree at IPAG Business School is a programme leading to a Bachelor's degree, ideal for developing your skills in an international environment. This intensive three-year course on the Paris, Nice or Thionville-Luxembourg campus allows students to acquire a global vision of management and gradually specialise in international trade.

The programme combines theoretical teaching and professional experience, with a minimum of one internship per year and up to 12 months of work experience. In the third year, you can opt for a work-study programme, offering complete immersion in the world of international business.

The objectives of this training course:

  • Understand the international trade environment
  • Learn about international supply chain operations
  • Learn how to work in an international environment
  • Master the fundamentals of import-export

 

 

Prerequisites and admission requirements

Admission to this programme is available at different levels:

First year:

  • Holders of a French baccalaureate: application via Parcoursup + interview;
  • Holders of a foreign qualification: application + interview.

In the 2nd year:

  • Validation of 60 ECTS credits or international equivalent;
  • Application + 30-minute interview in French and English.

In the 3rd year:

  • Validation of 120 ECTS credits or international equivalent;
  • Application + 30-minute interview in French and English.

Tuition fees for entry into the 1st, 2nd and 3rd years are:

  • €8,500 per year for cash payments;
  • €8,900 per year for instalment payments.

For the work-study programme in the third year, the schedule is three weeks in the company/one week of classes.

 

Skills block

The International Business Bachelor's degree programme is structured around a three-year educational progression:

  • 1st year: Fundamentals of management, communication and teamwork
  • 2nd year: In-depth knowledge and academic exchange
  • 3rd year: Professionalisation with specialisation in International Business

In the third year, all courses are taught in English and include:

  • Professional Certification
  • Import-Export
  • Operations Management
  • Negotiation Perspectives
  • Sustainability and New International Business Models
  • International Trade and Transport Law
  • Sourcing and Supply Chain Management

These modules correspond to the skills listed in RNCP 37968, recognised by France Compétences:

  • Mastering management knowledge and fundamentals as well as specific job requirements
  • Assessing and steering strategy performance
  • Managing a team effectively and responsibly
  • Developing a communication strategy

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The advantages of the Bachelor's Degree in International Business at IPAG Business School

Progressiveness of training Unfold all Fold all

A three-year programme to gradually build managerial skills. The first two years provide students with the essential basics of management, while the third year is dedicated to specialisation. Throughout the programme, students reflect on their personal and professional goals. Courses in methodology and project management help them develop effective working methods.

Personalisation of the learning path Unfold all Fold all

Three training formats offered in the third year:

  • The courses are offered as full-time and part-time programmes
  • Selection of elective courses in the second year and choice of a specialisation in the third year
  • Individualised support, both personal and professional, within a school on a human scale

Professionalisation at the heart of the programme Unfold all Fold all

An internship is scheduled each year, lasting from 8 weeks to 6 months, with the possibility of a work-study programme in the third year.

Students obtain professional certifications specific to their specialisation. Throughout the programme, they benefit from regular meetings with industry experts and school graduates. In addition, most of the specialised courses are taught by professionals from the industry. 

A large network of alumni, comprising more than 15,800 members worldwide, is accessible to every student. The IPAG incubator supports entrepreneurial projects, with more than 100 companies supported since 2022.

A holistic view of the manager Unfold all Fold all

  • A strong international focus: a semester studying abroad, international collaborative projects (COIL), an international week and courses taught in English.
  • A real awareness of environmental and societal issues through courses, impactful projects and themed weeks.
  • Team-building events organised each year, such as business games and an induction weekend.
Be open to others Unfold all Fold all

Throughout the programme, community and professional projects promote the development of practical skills and initiative. Success is built together. The projects carried out allow you to put your skills to work for causes that inspire you. Club and society life plays an important role in the student experience.

Some examples of our student societies:

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Career opportunities and further education

After completing your Bachelor's degree in International Business, several options are available to you:

  • Logistics and purchasing assistant
  • International customer account manager
  • Sales representative in an import-export department
  • International negotiator or buyer

 

You can also continue your studies with the Grande École Programme - Master's degree from IPAG Business School, or opt for a specialised MBA to strengthen your expertise in business development, supply chain or international finance.

This programme is therefore an ideal springboard for a successful career in international business, with prestigious partners in France and abroad.

How to enrol in the Bachelor's degree in International Business

In the second year of the Bachelor's degree in Management, an international study period lasting 3 to 5 months is compulsory. There are many destinations on offer, with more being added every year.

Some examples of destination proposals:

 

The third year is devoted to professional development, with a focus on the fundamentals of management and a specialisation in digital marketing. You can choose between a specialised professional internship lasting 4 to 6 months or a work-study programme with a schedule of 3 weeks in a company/1 week in class.

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